Yorkshire stone slates
- 30°+
- 100+ years
- ££££ Premium
Stone · Stone slate
The stone-roof look in moulded, lighter units.
About this roof covering
Made by casting crushed stone and cement in moulds taken from real stone slates, laid in diminishing courses. A more affordable and lighter way to get a stone-roof appearance on new work.
- Typical minimum pitch
- 25° and steeper
- Typical lifespan
- 50–60 years
- Weight
- Heavy
- Relative cost
- £££ Higher
- Style
- Traditional · Stone slate
Colours
- Buff
- Brown
- Grey
Good for
Pros
- Stone character for less
- Consistent supply
- Lighter than natural stone
Things to consider
- Not always accepted on listed buildings
- Still a heavy roof
Where you'll see it: New homes and extensions in stone-built villages.
Figures are typical guides and vary by manufacturer and roof. We’ll confirm what suits your roof at a free inspection. The picture is an illustration.
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Book a free inspection, or send a few photos for a free online estimate. No deposit, and you only pay when the job is done.
- No depositPay on completion, once you’re happy
- Free inspectionWith a fixed, written quote
- 24/7 call-outsFor leaks and storm damage